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The Energy Step Code has changed how builders build homes in B.C. The building envelope need to be higher performing which requires better design, more attention to detailing, and longer construction times due to the complexity of the build.
How do we accomplish all of that while respecting the customer’s budget and ensuring the wall system performs as expected?
In this seminar we will present wall assemblies that are designed, tested and certified to meet and exceed the Step Codes. We will also present the concept of constructing the wall envelope in a matter of a few days by pre-constructing the walls, floor and roof in a controlled environment.
This seminar will cover:
- Wall assembly materials from BASF including MP1, Neopor rigid insulation and Walltite spray foam for walls and under slab, exterior roof insulation
- Performance data on BASF materials and wall assemblies
- Different BASF wall assemblies that have been designed, tested and certified
- Factory made wall panels.
- The Construction process using wall panels
- Wall assembly detailing to control air infiltration
- Benefits of spray foam for under insulation to improve air seal and Radon exposure
- Benefits of liquid products for air and water seal around windows
- Understanding flat roof insulation with slope package
- Determining wall assemblies to meet the various Step Code requirements
- Reducing thermal bridging in the walls
- Wall construction detailing to reduce air infiltration
- Explore basic techniques to increase the wall performance to meet the higher Step Codes
Approved for 1.0 CPD Credit in Construction Technology
Note: If you have already taken this course in person, repeating it online will not qualify for additional CPD points.